Top 10 Movies to Watch in Theaters - May 2017

One of the most beloved characters of the '80s and '90s generations, the robotic cat Doraemon, returns in this new adventure. Based on the comic by Fujio F. Fujiko, 'Doraemon: Nobita and the South Pole Adventure' will hit theaters this May. In this exciting chapter, Doraemon, Nobita, and their friends embark on a thrilling journey to a massive iceberg in the South Pole. What mysterious adventures and challenges will they face? Find out this May!

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• Original Title: Doraemon: Nobita no nankyoku kachikochi daibouken
• Country: Japan
• Genre: Animation, Adventure
  
• Director: Atsushi Takahashi
• Stars: Wasabi Mizuta, Megumi Oohara, Yumi Kakazu, Tomokazu Seki, Subaru Kimura
• Release Date: May 26, 2017

Ranked 5th in the Top 10 Movies in Theaters - May 2017 is a gripping crime thriller from Hong Kong. Directed by Alan Mak and written by Felix Chong, the duo behind the iconic film 'Infernal Affairs,' which was remade by Martin Scorsese as 'The Departed,' winning the Academy Award for Best Picture. 'Extraordinary Mission' follows an undercover cop tasked with infiltrating a dangerous transnational drug cartel. As he dives deeper, he uncovers a chilling connection to a past case he once pursued, with dark secrets gradually coming to light.

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• Original Title: Extraordinary Mission
• Country: Hong Kong
• Genre: Crime, Thriller, Action
  
• Director: Alan Mak
• Stars: Yihong Duan, Xuan Huang, Yueting Lang
• Release Date: May 5, 2017

Returning to Hollywood, the Warner Bros. produced film King Arthur: Legend of the Sword is also set to release this May. This film recounts the legendary tale of King Arthur, who pulled the magical sword Excalibur from the stone, thus becoming the king of England. Soon after, Arthur finds himself thrust into a battle against the tyrant Vortigern to secure peace for the kingdom.

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• Original Title: King Arthur: Legend of the Sword
• Country: USA
• Genre: Action, Adventure
  
• Director: Guy Ritchie
• Stars: Charlie Hunnam, Jude Law, Katie McGrath
• Release Date: May 12, 2017

Amidst Hollywood blockbusters, Vietnamese cinema also presents the film I Am Not 18 Yet, which is gaining widespread attention. This romantic comedy tells the story of a rich playboy who follows the rule of "no second dates" with any girl, until he discovers that the girl he spent the night with is under 18 years old.

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• Original Title: I Am Not 18 Yet
• Country: Vietnam
• Genre: Comedy, Romance
  
• Directors: Lê Thanh Sơn, Charlie Nguyễn
• Stars: Châu Bùi, Kaity Nguyễn, Kiều Minh Tuấn
• Release Date: April 28, 2017

Virtual Reality is a Hollywood movie featuring veteran actor Tom Hanks alongside the talented Emma Watson. The film follows a young woman full of dreams who gets hired by the prestigious tech company, The Circle. However, after working there for some time, she begins to uncover the dark secrets hidden behind the company's rapid growth.

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• Original Title: The Circle
• Country: USA
• Genre: Science Fiction
  
• Director: James Ponsoldt
• Stars: Tom Hanks, Emma Watson, Karen Gillan
• Release Date: May 5, 2017

Voice from the Stone is set in a desolate castle in Tuscany during the 1950s. A nurse is hired to care for a mute young heir who lost his mother in a tragic accident. However, she soon discovers that the castle is filled with terrifying secrets and that an evil force lurks behind its stone walls.

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• Original Title: Voice from the Stone
• Country: USA
• Genre: Mystery, Horror
  
• Director: Eric D. Howell
• Stars: Emilia Clarke, Marton Csokas, Caterina Murino
• Release Date: April 28, 2017

Although it was released late, at the end of May, Pirates of the Caribbean: Salazar's Revenge remains one of the hottest movies in the Top 10 Movies in Theaters for May 2017. With four highly successful films that cemented Johnny Depp's fame, the Pirates of the Caribbean series is a beloved, long-running franchise about pirates, including the infamous Captain Jack Sparrow. In this latest installment, the vengeful ghost of Captain Salazar escapes from the Bermuda Triangle and seeks to destroy all pirates, including Jack Sparrow. Jack's only hope is to find the trident of Poseidon, which can control the seas at will.

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• Original Title: Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales
• Country: USA
• Genre: Action, Adventure
  
• Directors: Joachim Ronning, Espen Sandberg
• Stars: Johnny Depp, Keira Knightley, Orlando Bloom, Javier Bardem
• Release Date: May 26, 2017

Continuing the legendary Alien franchise, first initiated by Ridley Scott in 1979, and expanded by renowned directors like James Cameron and David Fincher, Alien: Covenant brings the terrifying extraterrestrial creatures back to the big screen under Scott's direction. The director himself has stated that Alien: Covenant will serve as a prequel to the 1979 film Alien, while also acting as a sequel to his own 2012 film Prometheus. This is a must-watch for fans of science fiction and horror.

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• Original Title: Alien: Covenant
• Country: USA
• Genre: Science Fiction, Horror
  
• Director: Ridley Scott
• Stars: Michael Fassbender, Katherine Waterston, Billy Crudup
• Release Date: May 12, 2017

Released on April 28, 2017, but continuing to run into the first half of May, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 remains one of the top picks for Top 10 Movies in Theaters May 2017. This sequel continues the thrilling adventures of the Guardians, a team of outcasts from different corners of the galaxy, as they unite to protect the universe from villainous forces. With the backing of the iconic Marvel brand and the success of its predecessor, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 is sure to be a blockbuster and a perfect choice for moviegoers in May.Details:

• Original Title: The Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
• Country: USA
• Genre: Action, Adventure
  
• Director: James Gunn
• Stars: Chris Pratt, Kurt Russel, Vin Diesel, Karen Gillan
• Release Date: April 28, 2017